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Our newest exhibit is focusing on the history of Central Ohio's law enforcement. We have police attire, equitment, weapons, and photgraphs on display. Donations come from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, and from both, The Columbus and Groveport Police Departments.

Join the Columbus Historical Society on our 2015 Columbus City Tour Series: A trip through the past the present and what's in store for the future of our great city. Tours are on the 4th May April -October

Travel through Downtown with its historical centerpiece, the Ohio Statehouse, and the new Columbus Commons; the Short North Arts District; German Village, the Arena District; Olde Towne East; the Discovery District; Franklin Park and much more. Listen to stories of national significance, international intrigue and local history and lore.

You will see over 200 years of Columbus history in its landmarks, the growth of its many cultural venues and visions for the future on this 2.5 hour tour.